Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is also known as the Fuel Assistance Program. This federally funded program helps income-eligible households pay their energy bills. Eligibility is based on your household size and annual household income. Household income cannot exceed 60% of the estimated State Median Income. Use this eligibility tool to see if you qualify for LIHEAP.
| Household Size | Maximum Annual Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $49,196 |
| 2 | $64,333 |
| 3 | $79,470 |
| 4 | $94,608 |
| 5 | $109,745 |
| 6 | $124,882 |
| 7 | $127,720 |
| 8 | $130,559 |
| 9 | $133,397 |
| 10 | $136,235 |
HEAP applications open October 1 for the upcoming heating season (November 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025). You can apply online at https://toapply.org/MassLIHEAP or contact your local Fuel Assistance Agency, which you can find on the MASSCAP website.
If you have any questions about LIHEAP, please call the Massachusetts Heat Line toll-free at 1-800-632-8175.